1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 555 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
